Foreclosure Litigation and Appellate Paralegal (AD2)

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and detail-oriented Foreclosure Litigation and Appellate Paralegal to join our busy law firm. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in New York foreclosure litigation, exceptional legal drafting abilities, and hands-on experience handling appeals before the New York State Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department (AD2).

This position requires an individual who can independently prepare complex litigation and appellate documents for attorney review, manage appellate deadlines, and navigate New York State Supreme Court and Appellate Division procedures.

This is not an entry-level or administrative paralegal position. We are seeking an experienced legal professional who understands both trial-level foreclosure litigation and appellate practice and can assist attorneys with substantive legal drafting and case preparation.

Duties

• Draft and prepare motions, affirmations, affidavits, pleadings, oppositions, replies, and other complex litigation documents.
• Prepare answers, affirmative defenses, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and orders to show cause.
• Assist attorneys with residential and commercial mortgage foreclosure matters.
• Review mortgage documents, assignments, loan histories, foreclosure complaints, and relevant litigation records.
• Conduct legal research and assist attorneys in identifying relevant statutes, case law, and procedural issues.
• Prepare discovery demands, responses, and supporting litigation materials.
• Electronically file documents through NYSCEF and ensure compliance with court rules.
• Assist attorneys with appeals before the New York State Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department.
• Draft and prepare notices of appeal, appellate motions, affirmations, and supporting documents.
• Assist attorneys in preparing and drafting appellate briefs, including statements of facts, procedural histories, and legal arguments.
• Prepare, organize, and assemble appellate records and appendices in accordance with applicable court rules.
• Review trial court orders, decisions, and motion papers to identify relevant issues for appellate review.
• Assist with preparing motions for extensions of time, stays, reargument, and other appellate applications.
• Monitor appeal deadlines, perfection requirements, briefing schedules, and court notices.
• Ensure appellate submissions comply with applicable AD2 rules, formatting requirements, and electronic filing procedures.
• Coordinate appellate filings, service, and communications with court personnel and opposing counsel.
• Manage multiple active litigation and appellate matters simultaneously.
• Maintain accurate court calendars and track critical deadlines.
• Prepare comprehensive first drafts of legal documents for attorney review.
• Work directly with attorneys on litigation strategy and case preparation.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and appellate records.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a New York foreclosure or mortgage litigation law firm.
• Direct, hands-on experience with appeals in the Appellate Division, Second Department (AD2).
• Demonstrated ability to independently draft substantive litigation documents.
• Experience assisting with appellate briefs, records on appeal, appendices, and appellate motions.
• Strong understanding of New York Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR), Supreme Court procedures, and applicable appellate rules.
• Proficiency with NYSCEF electronic filing and appellate e-filing requirements.
• Strong legal research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple complex cases with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and legal research platforms.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Appeals: 3 years (Required)
• Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000